| Marine Wing Support Squadron 271 | |
|---|---|
 MWSS-271's insignia courtesy of www.military-graphics.com | |
| Active | 4 June 1986 – present |
| Country | United States |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Branch | United States Marine Corps |
| Type | Aviation ground support squadron |
| Part of | Marine Wing Support Group 27 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing |
| Garrison/HQ | Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point |
| Nickname(s) | Workhorse |
| Motto(s) | "Workhorse of the Wing" |
| Engagements | Operation Desert Storm Operation Iraqi Freedom |
| Commanders | |
| Commanding Officer | LtCol. Jeffrey C. Castiglione |
| Executive Officer | Maj. Brittany R. Fayos |
| Sergeant Major | SgtMaj. Kevin P. Cain |
Marine Wing Support Squadron 271 (MWSS 271) is an aviation ground support unit of the United States Marine Corps. They are based at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina. The squadron falls under the command of Marine Aircraft Group 14 and the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing.